Northwestern Illinois Association (NIA) is a regional governmental agency dedicated to providing special education support to 68 school districts across Northwestern Illinois. Our mission is to partner with schools to meet the unique needs of students, and we empower our team with professional growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture. We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, J-1, etc) or transfer sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship now or in the future.
The Sign Language Interpreter works 177 days per year for 7 hours per day and earns $29.75 - $53.79 per hour , depending on experience.
A Sign Language Interpreter in a K-12 school setting facilitates communication between deaf and hard-of-hearing students and others by interpreting and transliterating spoken material in both general and special education environments.
Sign Language Interpreter Job Duties
Provide sign language interpretation : Facilitate communication between students who are deaf or hard of hearing and others within the school environment, including teachers, peers, and staff.
• Assist in educational instruction : Support classroom activities by interpreting lessons, discussions, and group interactions, ensuring equal access to the curriculum for students who use sign language.
• Collaborate with staff and specialists : Work closely with teachers, special education coordinators, and other school staff to adapt instructional materials and ensure student needs are met.
• Promote inclusive learning environments : Help create an environment that encourages participation from students who are deaf or hard of hearing, fostering an inclusive classroom culture.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism : Ensure that all interpreted communication adheres to ethical standards of confidentiality, respecting the privacy of students and staff.
• Engage in ongoing professional development : Participate in workshops and training sessions to stay updated on advances in sign language interpretation and educational support.
Sign Language Interpreter Benefits:
Sign Language Interpreter Qualifications:
We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, J-1, etc) or transfer sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship now or in the future.
Compensation details: 29.75-53.79 Hourly Wage
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Read LessNorthwestern Illinois Association (NIA) is a regional governmental agency dedicated to providing special education support to 68 school districts across Northwestern Illinois. Our mission is to partner with schools to meet the unique needs of students, and we empower our team with professional growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture. We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, J-1, etc) or transfer sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship now or in the future.
The Teacher for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing works 182 days per year for 7 hours per day and earns 52,359 - $105,868 , depending on experience.
The Teacher of the Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing works with students with a documented hearing loss who attend school in a regular or special education setting, providing direct instruction, consultation and technical assistance to staff, and other instructional and support services as needed.
Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Job Duties:
Teacher of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Benefits:
Quality of Life : Live and work in Northern Illinois, known for its beautiful landscapes, vibrant communities, and easy access to Chicago.
Compensation details: 68 Yearly Salary
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Read LessNorthwestern Illinois Association (NIA) is a regional governmental agency dedicated to providing special education support to 68 school districts across Northwestern Illinois. Our mission is to partner with schools to meet the unique needs of students, and we empower our team with professional growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture. We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, J-1, etc) or transfer sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship now or in the future.
This position is a full-time position created and governed by the NIA Policies and Rules and Regulations assigned to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Department and under the direct supervision of the Education Department Operations Executive and/or Supervisor. The Educational Interpreter assists in facilitating communication between students who are deaf or hard-of-hearing and others using sign language and/or oral interpreting. The Sign Language Interpreter works 177 days per year for 7 hours per day and earns $29.75 - $ 53.79 per hour, depending on experience.
The Educational Interpreter is a member of an educational team that has a federal obligation to educate a student with special needs. As a related service provider, the Educational Interpreter has legal responsibilities to support a child's education, providing the student access to the general curriculum. These legal responsibilities define a very different scope of practice for the Educational Interpreter than for the adult community interpreter.
Must meet IL State Board of Education requirements for Educational Sign Language Interpreter Approval.
We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, J-1, etc) or transfer sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship now or in the future.
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Read LessNorthwestern Illinois Association (NIA) is a regional governmental agency dedicated to providing special education support to 68 school districts across Northwestern Illinois. Our mission is to partner with schools to meet the unique needs of students, and we empower our team with professional growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture. We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, J-1, etc) or transfer sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship now or in the future.
This position is a full-time position created and governed by the NIA Policies and Rules and Regulations assigned to the Education Department and under the direct supervision of theEducation Department Operations Executive and/or Supervisor. This substitute will work withstudents with hearing loss who attend school in a regular or special education setting, providingdirect instruction, additional adult assistance, access to the general curriculum and facilitating communication. Hourly Substitute Teacher earns $150/7-hour day, and Permanent Substitue Teacher earns $45,000-$51,000 , depending on experience.
1. Professional Educator's License (PEL) with appropriate endorsement for teaching
students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing
2. State requirements for Educational Sign Language Interpreters including ISBE Approval
(Not an interim approval)
We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, J-1, etc) or transfer sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship now or in the future.
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Read LessNorthwestern Illinois Association (NIA) is a regional governmental agency dedicated to providing special education support to 68 school districts across Northwestern Illinois. Our mission is to partner with schools to meet the unique needs of students, and we empower our team with professional growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a values-driven culture.
The Signing Paraprofessional works 177 days per year for 7 hours day and earns $20.19-$36.52 per hour , depending on experience.
The Signing Paraprofessional assists classroom teachers or other professionals to achieve instructional objectives; assisting students with disabilities with achieving established goals and with personal care and mobility.
Signing Paraprofessional duties:
1. Assist in classroom instruction as directed by the teacher(s).
2. Assist in classroom management as directed by the teacher(s).
3. Assist the students in individualized instruction as directed by the teacher(s).
4. Provide assistance and supervision to students on the playground, in the lunchroom, in
the halls and other places when not in the classroom.
5. Provide assistance and supervision in the movement of students to and from the
transportation provided.
6. Supervise students during lunch period both inside and outside as assigned.
7. Assist in the transportation of students on scheduled field trips as directed.
8. Provide clerical assistance for the teacher(s) including attendance, laminating materials,
making copies, recording lunch count, handling lunch money and other such duties as
assigned.
9. Assist in therapy activities as directed by therapist(s).
10. Perform other duties as assigned by the classroom teacher(s) or program supervisor
Signing Paraprofessional Benefits:
1. Must hold a Paraprofessional license issued by the ISBE.
2. Must have basic sign language skills.
Compensation details: 20.19-36.52 Hourly Wage
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